Sumter County Firefighters Association

10/28/2025

🔥 On this National , we honor the members and all first responders who selflessly risk their lives each day to protect and serve our communities.

Thank you for your dedication and service! 🙏

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

The SCFFA is hosting a food drive to help those truly in need this time of year. We will accept any non-perishable items If you are willing to donate, you may drop your items off at any of the locations listed below. Thank you all for your support!

SCFR Station 1
300 McMath Mill Road Americus

SCFR Station4
114 Pecan Road Cobb

SCFR Station 6
210 Rucker Street Americus

SCFR Station 8
102 W Church Street Plains

Perry Brothers Oil Company
125 Hwy 280 W Americus

09/16/2025

If you know any youth under the age of 21, please let them know! This is a great program that teaches valuable life skills and gives a first-hand insight at what our men and women do every day.

Sumter County Fire Explorer Post 343 is more than just a program it’s a pathway to the future. Our explorers gain real-world training in fire and EMS, build leadership and teamwork skills, and discover what it means to serve their community.

We’re proud to say our doors are always open to new members.

Whether you’re looking to explore a career, develop new skills, or just challenge yourself in a supportive environment, Explorer Post 343 is here for you.

If you know a motivated young person who’s ready to take on the challenge, encourage them to check out the flyer and reach out today.

09/10/2025

SCFR Volunteer Firefighters conducted their monthly training at Station 1 tonight. The firefighters reviewed and practiced search and rescue techniques used at a structure fire using thermal imaging cameras.

Our Volunteers train each month to stay proficient at their many required firefighter skills. We are always looking for new members and have a place for you on our professional team.
Message us here more information or call us at (229) 924-6603.

09/09/2025

September 8, 2025 - LODD
Master Firefighter Preston Fant
DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department. Tucker, GA
Master Firefighter Fant died while operating at a warehouse fire on a movie production company’s property on South Stone Mountain Lithonia Road when he was overcome by fire conditions. As crews battled the blaze, it was quickly realized Firefighter Fant needed help and began a rescue operation. When Fant was located, they pulled him out and started life-saving efforts as they rushed him to Grady Memorial Hospital. More than 12 firetrucks and more than 30 firefighters responded to the fire. Firefighter Fant served with the department for 21 years. He was not only a firefighter, but one who maintained technical skills to include swift water, high-rise and trench rescues.

09/09/2025

Today was a rough day for our brothers and sisters all around the state. Please keep the families, co-workers, and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

09/08/2025

Please keep the family, as well as those at GFA in your thoughts in prayers. Thank you for your lasting contributions to this state and the fire service. Rest well sir, we will carry it from here.

09/07/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Sept. 6, 2025

Dougherty County EMS Ambulance Involved in Collision, No Serious Injuries Reported

ALBANY, Ga. — A Dougherty County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ambulance was involved in a rollover collision shortly after 7 a.m. this morning at the intersection of Pine Avenue and Monroe Street. The vehicle was carrying three EMS crew members and two patients at the time of the incident.

All five occupants, as well as those in the two other vehicles involved, sustained only minor injuries. No life-threatening injuries have been reported.

Emergency protocols were followed immediately and the patients were transferred to the hospital for continued evaluation and care as a precautionary measure.

“The safety of our patients, crews, and community remains our highest priority,” said James Gibney, Dougherty County EMS Director. “We are grateful that no serious injuries occurred and we appreciate the swift response of first responders at the scene.”

The incident is under investigation by Georgia State Patrol and further information will be released as it becomes available.

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09/06/2025

Please keep all of those involved in your thoughts and prayers. We hope for a speedy for all involved, especially our fellow first responders.

9 injured, including newborn child, in ambulance rollover crash, investigation underway 🔗⬇